Obituaries

Ramsay Kennemur Hawkins

Ramsay Kennemur Hawkins

May 12, 2026

Ramsay Kennemur Hawkins died peacefully on May 12, 2026, from complications of a stroke. He also had advanced pancreatic cancer.

A Celebration of Life memorial service will be held for Ramsay at 4 p.m. on Friday, June 5, 2026, at the Core Sound Waterfowl Museum & Heritage Center. A barbeque meal will be provided following the service.

Ramsay was born to Dorothy...

Sandra Louise Morton

Sandra Louise Morton

May 10, 2026

Sandra Louise Morton, 77 of Broad Creek finally got her wish to “go home” on Sunday, May 10, 2026. She was held in love and peace at her earthly home by her family as she left this world for heaven. A private family service will be held later in the year.

Sandra was born to Manly and Corinne Morton on Sunday,...

James "J.R." Tyner

James "J.R." Tyner

May 10, 2026

James “J.R.” Ralph Tyner, 82, of Kenansville, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 10, 2026, at his home.

A graveside service to honor J.R.’s life will be held at 11 a.m., Wednesday, May 13 at Gethsemane Memorial Park, officiated by Pastor Jeff Dail.

J.R. was born on August 12, 1943, in Goldsboro, North Carolina, to the late Ralph and Roxie...

Barbara Jean Jones

Barbara Jean Jones

May 10, 2026

Barbara Jean Jones, born January 29, 1948, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 10, 2026, surrounded by her family.

Barbara will be laid to rest at West Virginia National Cemetery, in Grafton, West Virginia where her family will gather privately to honor her life and the love she gave so freely.

Barbara was a steady and loving presence throughout her life —...

Master Sergeant Loren Beeman Aldred Jr. (USMC Retired)

Master Sergeant Loren Beeman Aldred Jr. (USMC Retired)

May 9, 2026

Master Sergeant Loren Beeman Aldred Jr. (USMC Retired), 76, of Havelock, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at Carolina East Medical Center.

A memorial service to honor Loren’s life will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, May 14 at Munden Funeral Home in Havelock. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. For those...

William "Bill" Parke Ballantine Sr.

William "Bill" Parke Ballantine Sr.

May 8, 2026

William “Bill” Parke Ballantine Sr., 86, of Broad Creek, North Carolina, passed away peacefully in his living room overlooking his beloved Bogue Sound on Friday, May 8, 2026.

A memorial service to honor Bill’s life will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, May 30th at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, officiated by The Reverend Jeffrey Roy. The family invites you to join...

Betsy Jane Griggs

Betsy Jane Griggs

May 8, 2026

Betsy Jane Griggs, 78, of Morehead City, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, May 8, 2026.

A celebration of Jane's life will be held at 2 p.m., Tuesday, May 12th at Munden Funeral Home. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Jane will be laid to rest privately at Gethsemane Memorial Park beside...

Faye Kilpatrick Vinson

Faye Kilpatrick Vinson

May 7, 2026

Faye Kilpatrick Vinson, 83, of Peletier, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, May 7, 2026.

A funeral service to honor Faye’s life will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, May 15th at Peletier First Missionary Baptist Church, officiated by her grandson Brandon Jones. Interment will follow at the Church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 12:30...

Mitzi Loveland

Mitzi Loveland

May 5, 2026

Mitzi Loveland, 89, of Havelock, North Carolina, passed away on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at her home.

Her memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, May 11, 2026, at Munden Funeral Home in Havelock. For those unable to attend, the service can be viewed through their obituary page on Munden Funeral Home’s website. The service will remain on...

John Jordan Smith

John Jordan Smith

May 5, 2026

John Jordan Smith, 82, of Atlantic Beach, NC, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2026.

A celebration of life to honor John's memory will be held from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m., Sunday, June 14th at the Dunes Club in Atlantic Beach.

He was born on June 24, 1943, in Tarboro, NC, to the late Julian Craft Smith Sr. and Virginia Todd...

Russell Frederick Harrington

Russell Frederick Harrington

May 5, 2026

Russell Frederick Harrington, 67, of Newport, North Carolina, passed away on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at Carteret Health Care.

Family and friends are welcome to submit online condolences at www.mundenfuneralhome.net

Arrangements by Munden Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc. in Morehead City, NC.

Ellen Marie Rasmussen

Ellen Marie Rasmussen

May 2, 2026

Ellen Marie Rasmussen, 94, of Havelock, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at Embassy of Morehead City.

Her funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, May 8, 2026, at Munden Funeral Home in Havelock. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Interment will be held at a later date in...

Vivian Louise Fields

Vivian Louise Fields

April 30, 2026

Vivian Louise Fields, 72, of Morehead City, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 30, 2026, at the Crystal Coast Hospice House.

Vivian was born on March 9, 1954, in Toledo, Ohio, to the late Elmer and Evelyn Scott. She carried with her a strength and a vivacious spirit that touched the lives of those around her.

Her faith was the...

Jonathan W. Willis

Jonathan W. Willis

April 30, 2026

Jonathan W. Willis, 78, of Bettie, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 30, 2026, at the Crystal Coast Hospice House.

A funeral service to honor Jonathan’s life will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, May 8th at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on Harkers Island. The family will receive friends the evening prior 6 p.m. until...

Drew Paul O'Brien

Drew Paul O'Brien

April 29, 2026

Drew Paul O'Brien, 68, of Beaufort, North Carolina, passed away at his home on Wednesday, April 29, 2026.

Family and friends are welcome to submit online condolences at www.mundenfuneralhome.net

Arrangements by Munden Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc. in Morehead City, NC.

William E. Krotz

William E. Krotz

April 29, 2026

William E. Krotz, 67, of Havelock, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at his home.

William was born on July 19, 1958, in Portland, Oregon, to the late Daniel and Phyllis Krotz. A devoted husband, loving father, and proud grandfather known for is unwavering loyalty, kind heart, and willingness to help anyone in need. William dedicated much...

Lisa Gail Milicia

Lisa Gail Milicia

April 29, 2026

Lisa Gail Milicia, 64, of Morehead City, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at Carteret Health Care.

Lisa was born on July 15, 1961, in Lumberton, NC, to the late Bobby and Annie Ruth Locklear. After graduating high school, she continued her education at Hardbarger College in Raleigh. She went on to dedicate many years of...

Betty Jane Young

Betty Jane Young

April 28, 2026

Betty Jane Young, 87, of Havelock, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at the Cherry Point Bay Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

Family and friends are welcome to submit online condolences at www.mundenfuneralhome.net

Arrangements by Munden Funeral Home & Cremations, Havelock, NC.

Vilma Lewis Morris "Tink"

Vilma Lewis Morris "Tink"

April 26, 2026

Vilma Lewis Morris "Tink" 86, born July 25, 1939, passed away peacefully at home in the early morning hours of April 26, 2026.

A memorial service to honor Vilma’s life will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, May 9th at Smyrna Missionary Baptist Church. The family will receive friends the evening prior from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m., Friday, May 8th...

William "Bill" Hayden Rouse

William "Bill" Hayden Rouse

April 26, 2026

William "Bill" Hayden Rouse, 74, of Newport, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

Bill was born on June 1, 1951, on a bright and sunny day in Middlebury, Vermont, to Sanford and Theda Rouse. He was a deeply family-oriented man who always made time for those he loved and took great pride in being...